We recommend you start with the requirements and compatibility of the software and hardware you are using with your computer. We recommend you check with the specific software publisher's web sites for the software you are using and the hardware manufacturer's web sites you are using with your computer, for their compatibility with Windows 10 Home 64-bit operating system and the minimum/recommended hardware requirements (Is a Graphics card required, the processor speed and the minimum required system RAM and the minimum available hard drive space) to run their program, then compare those requirements to this system's configuration. This particular model is an entry level, light use system with its Intel Pentium processor. It is not meant for multi-tasking or demanding programs. It is good for Microsoft Office and light internet browsing.

That will depend on the requirements and compatibility of the game and the software you will need for school. We recommend you check with the game's software publisher's web site and the programs you will be using for your school work, for their compatibility with Windows 10 Home 64-bit operating system and the minimum/recommended hardware requirements (Is a Graphics card required, the processor speed and the minimum required system RAM and the minimum available hard drive space) to run their program, then compare those requirements to this system's configuration.

You will need PDF creating software like Adobe Acrobat or even Microsoft Word to create PDF files. You will need to purchase this software. There is a 30-day trial of Microsoft Office 365 included as part of the Windows 10 operating system. In order to keep the program active after the trial period, you will need to purchase a product key. You will not need to download any additional software.
You can get Adobe Acrobat Reader software for free to just open and read PDF files. Regarding printers, this computer is compatible with any printer that is compatible with Windows 10. We recommend you check with your printer manufacturer for compatibility with Windows 10 of your model printer and what the pairing instructions are for pairing your printer with a new Windows 10 computer.

This model ships with a 500GB standard hard drive. There will be software loaded on this computer at the factory, like Windows 10 Operating System. There will be approximately 350GB of usable space for the user. A 350GB external hard drive will hold just over 700 full-length movies before it's full. Or a 350GB hard drive could fit more than 100,000 songs/photos (at 3000KB per song/photo).